firmly shut

Frequency: 6.58.5 per million words

closed in a secure way

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Examples (20)

  • The door was firmly shut against the storm outside.
  • He firmly shut the door behind him.
  • She kept her eyes firmly shut during the scary movie.
  • Make sure the lid is firmly shut to keep the contents fresh.
  • The window remained firmly shut despite our efforts to open it.
  • The old wooden shutters were firmly shut against the storm.
  • His lips were firmly shut about the secret plan.
  • She firmly shut her eyes, trying to block out the unpleasant memory.
  • The vault door was firmly shut with multiple locks.
  • The warehouse doors were firmly shut for the night.
  • Keep your mouth firmly shut during the dental procedure.
  • He firmly shut the briefcase, ready for his business trip.
  • The briefcase was firmly shut with a combination lock.
  • Ensure the safety gate is firmly shut before allowing children to play.
  • All windows must be firmly shut before the fumigation begins.
  • The baker firmly shut the oven door after placing the bread inside.
  • The old book's cover was firmly shut with a leather strap.
  • After a brief argument, he firmly shut the window.
  • The gate was firmly shut to prevent unauthorized access.
  • The exhibition hall remained firmly shut until the scheduled opening time.